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BETADINE is a brand name for Povidone-Iodine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Betadine Cream is indicated for treatment and prevention of infections in minor wounds (cuts and abrasions) and burns.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
For topical use only Posology:
Betadine Cream is only intended to be applied to the skin. Clean and dry the wound area before application. The amount applied depends upon the size of the wound. Apply a small pea sized amount to the affected area (once or twice daily) up to a maximum of 7 consecutive days.
If required, a dressing or bandage can be applied.
Method of administration:
Do not use if the tamper evident seal is broken. The dose recommended should not be exceeded. The maximum daily application should not exceed over 1% of the total body surface area. Age Maximum Recommended Dose Infants and children less than 2 years of age Consult a doctor Children 2-6 years 1-2 small pea sized amount each day Children 7-8 years 2 small pea sized amount twice a day Children 9-12 years 3 small pea sized amount twice a day Children 13-18 years 5 small pea sized amount twice a day Adults 8-9 small pea sized amount twice a day
8. In instance of skin irritation, contact dermatitis or hypersensitivity discontinue use. Povidone-iodine use could lead to transient skin discolouration at the application site caused by the drug products own colour. Do not smoke or go near naked flames – risk of severe burns.
) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product buildup but not totally remove it. Do not use in Children less than 2 years old, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless advised to do so by your doctor.
6). For external use only. 0. It has to be expected that the complex will react with protein and other unsaturated organic compounds, leading to impairment of its effectiveness. The concomitant use of wound-treatment preparations containing enzymatic components leads to a weakening effect of both substances.
Products containing mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, and taurolidine may interact with povidone-iodine and cause mutual reduction of effects. Povidone-iodine products when used before or after application of octenidine may lead to transient dark discolorations at the application sites.
, tests with toluidine or gum guaiac for the determination of haemoglobin or glucose in the stool or the urine). Absorption of iodine from povidone iodine cream may lower the radioiodine uptake of the thyroid. This can lead to interference with various investigations (thyroid scintigraphy, determination of protein-bound iodine (PBI), radioiodine diagnostics) and can interfere with treatment of the thyroid with iodine (radioiodine therapy).
3). 6 Fertility, Pregnancy and lactation Pregnancy There is insufficient data on the use of povidone iodine during pregnancy. 3). Absorbed iodine has been shown to cross the placental barrier, and during pregnancy, Betadine Cream, should only be used if the clinical condition of the woman requires treatment with povidone iodine.
8. In instance of skin irritation, contact dermatitis or hypersensitivity discontinue use. Povidone-iodine use could lead to transient skin discolouration at the application site caused by the drug products own colour. Do not smoke or go near naked flames – risk of severe burns.
) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product buildup but not totally remove it. Do not use in Children less than 2 years old, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless advised to do so by your doctor.
6). For external use only.
1. • Thyroid dysfunction. • During radioiodine scintigraphy or radioiodine treatment. 5). • Products containing mercury, should not be used concomitantly due to formation of a substance which can damage the skin. • Children below the age of 1.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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Breastfeeding Absorbed iodine is excreted in breast milk to such an extent that effects on breastfed newborns are likely. Iodine can be concentrated in breast milk, compared to serum and may induce transient hypothyroidism with elevation of TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) in the newborn.
In these cases, a check of the child’s thyroid function may be necessary. Betadine Cream should not be used during breastfeeding. Fertility There are no data on the effects of povidone iodine on fertility. 7 Effects on ability to drive and use machines Betadine Cream has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
g. in the treatment of burns) *** Hypothyroidism following prolonged or extensive use of povidone iodine Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.
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